ArticleExploratory research in clinical and social pharmacy2026
Optimizing inpatient access to oral contraceptives: A quality improvement approach in behavioral health.
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Abstract
Background: Continuity of oral contraceptive use during hospitalization is critical for reproductive health, yet behavioral health settings often deprioritize this need. At a Midwestern community hospital, pre-admission oral contraceptives were frequently withheld due to absent workflows, inventory limitations, and provider uncertainty. Objective: The purpose of this quality improvement initiative was to design, implement, and evaluate a structured oral contraceptive procurement workflow to improve continuity of care and support reproductive autonomy for hospitalized behavioral health patients. Methods: A quality improvement initiative introduced a structured oral contraceptive procurement workflow in an adult inpatient behavioral health unit. Using Plan-Do-Study-Act cycles, the multidisciplinary team addressed medication reconciliation, pharmacy coordination, and provider education. Data were collected retrospectively (2022-2023) and prospectively (January-April 2025) for females aged 18-49 prescribed oral contraceptives prior to admission. Results: Oral contraceptive administration improved from 33 % (17/51) pre-intervention to 78 % (7/9) post-intervention ( Conclusions: Implementing a standardized workflow significantly enhanced oral contraceptive continuity for behavioral health inpatients. This systems-based approach demonstrates the value of interdisciplinary collaboration and pharmacy integration in closing reproductive care gaps. Future priorities include sustainability, electronic medical record integration, and broader adoption to advance reproductive health equity.
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